A/C DISCHARGE LINE BREAKAGE AND/OR REPEAT FAILURE

SUBJECT: A/C DISCHARGE LINE BREAKAGE AND/OR REPEAT FAILURE

MODELS AFFECTED: 1986-88 ELECTRAS AND LESABRES WITH 3.8L ENGINES (VIN CODE B OR 3)

If a repeat failure or cracking of the A/C discharge pipe at the rear of the compressor is encountered on the subject vehicle, install kit 25537148 and follow instructions below:

1. Remove hose.

2. Torque all compressor to mount bolts to 55.0 N.m.

3. Remove and clean indicated #50 Torx head bolt. Add Loctite or equivalent to #50 Torx head bolt, reinstall and torque to 55.0 N.m.

4. Add Loctite or equivalent to bolt/screw (Item 3) and install bracket (Item 2) loosely to back of compressor as shown. (see drilling instructions view if A/C compressor has heat shield.)

5. Install hose assembly, kit 25537148.

6. Position bracket (Item 2) to ensure good fit to A/C muffler.

7. Tighten bolt/screw (Item 3) while limiting bracket rotation - torque to 55.0 N.m.

8. Recheck position of bracket and adjust if necessary to ensure good contact against A/C muffler.

9. Install clamp (Item 4) and tighten to 5.6 N.m.

IMPORTANT: After installation is completed, check engine/transmission mounts for separation and check engine for excessive vibration in the 1200 to 1500 rpm range. Correct as required.

Parts are expected to be available on March 15, 1989. Until then normal part orders will not be accepted by GMSPO. Only verifiable emergency VIP orders will be accepted. SPO will make every effort to obtain parts. All parts will be placed on 400 control to waive VIP surcharges. However, the part will be shipped premium transportation at dealers expense. All other order types will be cancelled as incorrectly ordered while the 400 control is in place.

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